OPERATIONS ASSISTANT MANAGER

Dollar Tree Stores; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in retail is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where you can assist with daily store functions, manage cashiering activities, and ensure a friendly atmosphere for customers. With generous benefits and flexible schedules, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the retail sector. If you thrive in a high-energy team environment and have a passion for customer service, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Health and Welfare Programs

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Qualifications

• Prior retail and management experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and transport merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and daily activities as directed by the Store Manager.
• Manage cashiering activities, ensuring cash handling guidelines are followed.
• Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers and staff.

Skills

Retail Experience

Management Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Store Dollar Tree

Work where you love to shop! Dollar Tree is hiring in your neighborhood. Avoid long commutes and set your own course to success by applying today.

We offer generous benefits, flexible work schedules, and the ability to work today and get paid tomorrow.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with all store functions and daily activities as directed by the Store Manager.
• Perform opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Help protect and secure all company assets, including store cash.
• Follow all policies and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers, subordinates, and supervisors.
• Keep all areas of the store, including the stockroom and sales floor, to company standards.
• When the Store Manager is not present, have supervisory responsibility for all hourly associates.
• Process all corporate directives and store communications delegated by the Store Manager.
• Assist with receipt and return of DSD merchandise following company policies.
• Ensure proper staffing coverage and sales effectiveness daily.
• Manage cashiering activities, ensuring cash handling guidelines are followed.
• Coordinate signage and displays for promotional effectiveness.
• Manage seasonal areas and ensure merchandise replenishment.
• Assist with scheduling, supplies management, and expense control.
• Maintain the checkout area to maximize impulse sales.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Prefer prior retail and management experience.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and written skills.
• Ability to lift and transport merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-energy team environment.

We value our associates' contributions and offer health and welfare programs, paid time off, retirement plans, and other benefits.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended at the discretion of Dollar Tree. All employees will follow additional instructions as required by their supervisor.

Dollar Tree is an equal opportunity employer.